Wms Co Dept of Aging

Activities - Hot, Balanced Lunches - Presentations - Classes, Cards - Wellness Programs - Trips
Opportunities for friendships and fellowship

Call your local Senior Center for more information or to make lunch reservations:

Bryan Senior Center 419-636-4047 1201 S. Portland St.	Montpelier Senior Center 419-485-3218 325 N. Jonesville
Edon Area Senior Center 419-272-2070 320 Parkway (Edon Community Center)	Pioneer Senior Center 100 N. Elm St. 419-737-3095 Pioneer Community Center
Stryker Senior Center 419-682-2083 102 E. Mulberry	West Unity Senior Center 419-924-5447 509 W. Main (Kissell Community Bldg)
Edgerton Senior Center 419-298-3564 317 N. Michigan (Library Lower Level)

Older Adults who are unable to come to the center and who find it difficult to shop for and prepare meals are eligible to receive home-delivered meals from the Williams County Department of Aging. The balanced, nutritious meals are prepared and packed at two kitchens, then delivered from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday through Friday throughout the entire county. People must be 60 or older and need help to maintain proper nutrition. Our drivers also offer a friendly greeting and quick wellness check with clients. Call your local senior center or the main office to request this service or for more information.

Seniors often need help with transportation in order to stay healthy and active. The Williams County Department of Aging is the primary provider of non-emergency transportation for older adults in the county. Drivers accompany seniors to medical appointments locally and as far as Toledo and Ft. Wayne. Transportation is also provided for people coming to the centers, shopping, and going to special events. Clients must be 60 or older and need to make reservations in advance by calling the local center.

Williams County Department of Aging is an excellent resource for information on any aging issue including insurance, senior living options, PASSPORT, services and resources. Equipment such as bath aids and wheelchairs are for loan--call 419-633-4317. In addition, the Bryan and Montpelier Senior Centers house caregiver and Alzheimer's libraries with materials available for loan.

Independent Living Assistance can help with errands, shopping, bill paying. Call the office at 419-633-4317

Farmers' Market Coupons can save older adults $50 during the produce season when shopping at stands from June until October. Applications must be filled out and mailed to Area Office On Aging. Call 419-633-4317 to get an application.

Lifesaving Information for Emergencies (L.I.F.E.) - Project offers forms to provide emergency information when you are unable to speak for yourself. Visit any senior center or 201 E. High St., Ste 2, Bryan to pick up L.I.F.E. kit.

Friday April 23	Chicken BBQ fundraiser Montpelier Senior Center 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. 325 N Jonesville 419-485-3218
Tuesday April 27	Volunteer Appreciation Dinner Bryan Senior Center Social Hour at 5:00 p.m. Dinner served beginning at 5:30 p.m.
MAY IS OLDER AMERICANS' MONTH
Tuesday May 11	90+ Luncheon for all county residents age 90 and above Montpelier Moose Lodge, Co. Rd. 13 12:00 noon Transportation provided from each senior center Please RSVP by May 4 - 419-633-4317
Tuesday May 18	Edon Evening Meal Serving 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Edon Senior Center Edon Community Center Bingo to follow
Monday May, 24	Big Bingo Blast and Ice Cream Social 1:00 to 3:00 Bryan Senior Center Come enjoy free bingo for prizes and yummy ice cream.
Tuesday June 15	Mud Hens game at 12:00 noon. Transportation, snack and game ticket is $15 Tickets go on sale May 5 at any Senior Center or Main Office.
Tuesday June 17	West Unity Evening Meal serving 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Kissell Community Building Bingo after dinner.
Thursday July 8	Bear Creek Farms Russ Morgan Orchestra Big Band Favorites Motorcoach transportation, lunch and show ticket is $55 Tickets go on sale May 17 at any senior center or Main Office.

SENIOR CENTERS:
BRYAN - 419-636-4047
EDGERTON - 419-298-3564
EDON - 419-272-2070
MONTPELIER - 419-485-3218
PIONEER - 419-737-3095
STRYKER - 419-682-2083
WEST UNITY - 419-924-5447

DEPARTMENT OF AGING:
201 E. High Street
Suite 2
Bryan, OH 43506
419-633-4317
419-633-4319 (Fax)
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday
Barb Lingvai, Executive Director
e-mail blingvai@bright.net

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